Riga to Zaventem (RIX–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RIX–BRU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. airBaltic and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 891 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT airBaltic | 11 | 223 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| AC Air Canada | 6 | 223 | 2h30 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zaventem from Riga
| Metric | RIX→BRU | VNO→BRU | TLL→BRU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RIX | – | 166 mi | 175 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 10 | 9 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 30m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
RIX: EET · BRU: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Riga, it's 5:00 PM in Zaventem.
The Airport Express train to Brussels Central takes 17 minutes (€11.80) and runs every 15–20 minutes from 05:30 to midnight. The platform is in the basement of the terminal building, no separate transfer needed.Taxis to central Brussels cost €40–55. For Ghent, direct trains run via Leuven (€20, 1h 10min). For Bruges, change at Brussels Midi (€22, 1h 30min total). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. Flixbus and other coach services connect from the airport to several European cities.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet conditions year-round. Winters (December–February) are grey and damp at 1–7°C. Fog and freezing drizzle occasionally cause morning delays at BRU. Snow is possible but rarely heavy enough to close the airport.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 18–25°C with occasional thunderstorms. The airport sees its most operationally stable weather in spring (April–May) and early autumn (September). Pack waterproofs regardless of season. Brussels averages 160+ rain days per year.
RIX–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RIX to BRU
Riga International Airport (RIX) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and airBaltic. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
RIX to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RIX to BRU ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 891 miles (1,434 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via INN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Vilnius (VNO) and Tallinn (TLL).